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Dubai.R 6,986 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,986, select.
Dubai.R 7,110 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 25 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,110, select.
Dubai.R 7,940 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,940, select.
Dubai.R 8,414 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,414, select.
Dubai.R 8,416 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,416, select.
Dubai.R 8,867 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,867, select.
Dubai.R 9,128 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,128, select.
Dubai.R 9,231 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,231, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from R 7,110
Apr
from R 7,940
May
from R 6,986
Jun
from R 9,128
Jul
from R 8,414
Aug
from R 8,867
Sep
from R 9,231
Oct
from R 8,416
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Dec
from R 12,129
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Houston to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,986
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time14 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Dubai is R 13,240. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
14 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Dubai.
Emirates flies direct from Houston to Dubai.
As of March 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Houston to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Dubai is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Houston, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from R 13,240.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Dubai on Monday, 7 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Dubai is Turkish Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sharjah Airport is Emirates.

Flying from Houston to Dubai: what you need to know

  • Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Houston to Dubai. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.

  • Arrive in Dubai at Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Houston to Dubai is 14 hours 45 minutes. Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai 9 hours ahead of Houston.

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 10 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Houston to Dubai is with Emirates at 19:55. Opt for the first IAH to DXB departure with Emirates at 19:10 if you're more of an early bird.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Houston to Dubai. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • You will need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Houston to Dubai, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

Flying from Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Set out from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on a nonstop flight from Houston to Dubai. From IAH, you can travel directly to Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • Emirates is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Houston to Dubai jetting out of IAH.

  • We make it easy to find a flight from Houston to Dubai with a stopover. To see all the options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • IAH is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 49 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Houston to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Houston to Dubai. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Dubai:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour and 42 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 22 minutes.

  • It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Dubai:

Arriving in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 49 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Dubai

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Dubai is R 6,986. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 13,240. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Houston to Dubai.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Houston to Dubai. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Houston to Dubai. You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Houston to Dubai.

Best time to go to Dubai

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Dubai, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Dubai based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Houston to Dubai for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.

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